This delicate old Chinese brooch dates to about 100 years ago.

It measures about 1 5/8 inches (45 mm) at it's widest point (wing tip to wing tip) and 1 1/8 inch (29 mm top to bottom).

It is stamped "silver" on the reverse side .

It consists of a gilt silver filigree butterfly with attached old jades mounted as wings.

The old jades themselves are most likely worth more than the brooch, but it would be a shame to break them up.

These are flat, bean shaped jades with engraved leaf and flower motifs. Their colors range from pale celadon to apple green and they are not dyed or treated.

The overall condition of the brooch is quite nice, considering it's age and delicate nature. Someone took good care of this one.

The buyer will not be disappointed .